Hamilton Khaki Field Expedition AutovsPraesidus 42mm Automatic

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Measurements

Catalog photos are all shot at the same flattering size. These aren't: every case below shares one millimeter scale.

Hamilton Khaki Field Expedition Auto at true scale

Khaki Field Expedition Auto

Praesidus 42mm Automatic at true scale

42mm Automatic

Diameter

37mm

38mm

Lug-to-Lug

n/a

45mm

Thickness

11.4mm

11mm

lowest

Water Resistance

100m

100m

Power Reserve

80h

n/a

MSRP

$1,245

$269

lowest

Movement

Hamilton H-10

Seiko NH35

Case

5 specs
Diameter
37mm
38mm
Thickness
11.45mm
11mm
Lug-to-Lug
n/a
45mm
Lug Width
20mm
18mm
Material
Stainless Steel
316L Stainless Steel

Crystal & Dial

1 specs
Dial Color
White
42mm Automatic

Movement

2 specs
Caliber
Hamilton H-10
Seiko NH35
Power Reserve
80h
0h

Pricing

1 specs
MSRP
$1,245
$269
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Reviews

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Hamilton Khaki Field Expedition Auto

Owners widely praise the Hamilton Khaki Field Expedition Auto for its robust build, clear legibility, and versatility as a "Go Anywhere, Do Anything" watch, with many appreciating its historical connection and value as an entry-level automatic. Reviewers highlight its superb value, comfortable wearability in both 37mm and 41mm sizes, and the reliable H-10 automatic movement with an 80-hour power reserve. Some owners note water ingress issues with the non-screw-down crown, while others find the watch reliable for daily wear. The compass bezel's practical utility for navigation is questioned, but it adds to the watch's tool-like appeal. Overall, owners and reviewers rate the Hamilton Khaki Field Expedition Auto highly for its robust build and value as a versatile field/sports watch.

Praesidus 42mm Automatic

Owners widely report Praesidus field watches are nicely made. Reviewers note the Seiko NH35 movement is an option. One owner finds the recessed 4 o'clock crown historically accurate but difficult to operate. The khaki lume is criticized by one reviewer. Overall, owners and reviewers find Praesidus field watches to be well-made for the price.

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